The band evolved into a nine-piece ensemble with a light-hearted and humorous performing style.
The name "Temperance Seven" is a subtle play on words: the number seven being "one under the eight". That there were nine members or "one over the eight" implied intemperance.
They have links to Monty Python and the Rolling Stones.
Official site: http://www.thetemperanceseven.co.uk/.
Everybody Loves My Baby
The Temperance Seven Lyrics
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But my baby don't love nobody but me, nobody but me
Oh, everybody wants my baby
But my baby don't want nobody but me; that's plain to see
Yes, she got a foam like Venus
Honest, I ain't talking Greek
No one can come between us
Yes, everybody loves my baby
But my baby love nobody but me, yeah, nobody but me
The Temperance Seven's song "Everybody Loves My Baby" is a classic tune that speaks about the singer's love for his significant other. The lyrics declare that everyone loves the singer's baby, but she only loves him back. The song begins with the statement "Everybody loves my baby" being repeated twice; this is a declarative statement to indicate that the singer's girlfriend is well-loved by all. The following line, "But my baby don't love nobody but me," is a response to the initial statement, which highlights that despite the attention she receives, the singer's girlfriend only loves him in return. This reinforces the notion that they have a strong and unshakable bond.
The third and fourth lines of the first verse give the listener an indication of the singer's emotional attachment to his girlfriend. He states that "everybody wants my baby," thus emphasizing that many people desire her attention and affection; however, she remains faithful and loyal to him. The last section of the verse "But my baby don't want nobody but me; that's plain to see" is an assurance to the listener that his girlfriend's feelings are genuine, and their love is mutual. In the second verse, the singer describes his girlfriend's beauty in a creative and poetic manner. There are references to Greek mythology, Venus, and Sheba, and Sheik, which create vivid imagery in the listener's mind. The structure of the lyrics is catchy and rhythmic, and the repetition of the "everybody loves my baby" chorus leaves a lasting impression in the listener's mind.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, everybody loves my baby
My baby is very popular and well-liked by many people.
But my baby don't love nobody but me, nobody but me
However, my baby only has romantic feelings for me and no one else.
Oh, everybody wants my baby
Many people are attracted to my baby and desire to be with them.
But my baby don't want nobody but me; that's plain to see
Despite the attention from others, my baby loves only me and it's quite obvious to everyone.
Yes, she got a foam like Venus
My baby has a beautiful and attractive physical appearance, similar to that of the goddess Venus.
Honest, I ain't talking Greek
I'm not making up anything extravagant or unrealistic.
No one can come between us
There is nobody who can interfere or harm our strong and unbreakable love for each other.
She's my Sheba, I am her Sheik
We are like the legendary queen of Sheba and her royal Arabian lover, devoted to each other and ruling our own little world.
Yeah, everybody loves my baby
Overall, despite the attention and admiration from others, my baby's love is only for me and that is something I cherish.
But my baby love nobody but me, yeah, nobody but me
I am grateful to have the love of my baby all to myself, knowing that it is something special and unique.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SPENCER WILLIAMS, JACK PALMER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Arthur Throovest
For what it's worth.... this band was my great inspiration. Whispering Paul McDowell my hero, when everything happening here was totally against pop music at that time. Sheer delight and brilliance. I've just recorded Pasadena with a brass ensemble as a personal tribute...... something I've wanted to do since 1961 !!
Jazzguy1927
I have only heard their records but never seen a film of them. This is fantastic. Thanks.
Andy Howells
Great performance - what a shame there doesn't seem to be more video of them from this era!
David Walsh
Love the band, love the music.......such a sense of fun.
Carl Hart
Huge influence on Queen. May and Mercury loved these guys
Geoffrey Milner
I just heard Brian May talking about them on Elis and John BBC radio show. So it made me look them up. He talked about a 1961 recording using just one microphone by George Martin. I was born that year. I’ve never heard of the band. But There’s 9 of them here?! I love Crazy Little Thing Called Love and it’s delightful to know there’s this influence. Or other songs that have an essence of another era like Here’s Looking At You by Blondie … or their cover of The Tide Is High … originally a song by the Jamaican group Paragons with John Holt which I only recently learned and just had to Google for details. It’s great to hear a band try a completely different sound.
Chris Flay
my dad, Syd Bennett was in this band, played banjo. he left to pursue his career in picture restoration just before they had the no.1 single, which is why he's not in the film. tho, i believe he was in a famous tv. appearance and on at least one of the albums. half of these guys i met when i was a sprog as they stayed in touch long after he left the band.
Ffion Pearl
So great to see & hear this. Thanks for making & uploading. I grew up being told about this band as mum was married to John R T 's brother in the 50s, but never heard them until recently.
Super8 Rescue
I still play the 7" parlaphone single of this very often. brilliant tune
Birdcage Walkers
Excellent bass saxophone solo.